Artpark: It begins ...

While
the Avett Brothers technically kicked off Artpark's 40th
anniversary on May 24, many will consider the upcoming week as the
official start of the summer season.

First,
Artpark & Company will celebrate four decades of artistic
excellence at tonight's gala. The event will include a high-end
raffle and live music from The Bobby Militello Quartet, Buffalo
native Ashlee Amoia, and Frankie Scinta.

Then,
"Tuesday in the Park" begins its 12-week run with famed '80s
musician Billy Idol on June 4. Tickets to watch the sneering punk
rocker are on sale now.

Finally,
the third annual family-friendly Fairy House Festival returns to the
park grounds June 9.